Night Owl 8.0 User manual

www.NightOwlSP.com
QUICK SETUP GUIDE
NVR CONNECTIVITY GUIDE

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What’s in the Box
Package Contents
NVR
NVR Power
Cord
Remote
USB Mouse (x1)
6 ft. HDMI
(x1)
6 ft. Ethernet
(x1)
Safety
Stickers
NVR Power
Adapter (x1)
Optional Accessories
NVR / Accessories
Disclaimer: The exact components of your system, images and
quantities may vary depending on your model number. While
these may vary, this QSG will address the setup and initial
configuration of your NVR and cameras.
Camera(s) Dome(s)
NOTE: Cameras can be powered by PoE cables or a camera
power adapter. Camera power adapter not included.
100 ft. PoE Cable(s)
Waterproof
Cable Cover(s)
Mounting
Hardware
Hex Key
(1 per Camera)
Monitor Router
Items Not Included
Optional Accessories
RESET LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4 WAN

Connecting Your System
Router Not
Included
HDMI
You may also connect using VGA (not included)
HDMI
ETHERNET
ETHERNETUSB
Plug one end of the included HDMI cable
into the HDMI port on the back of the NVR.
Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into
the back of your TV or monitor.
NOTE: To view cameras, TV/Monitor must
be tuned to the same Input the HDMI is
plugged into.
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Plug the USB mouse into the USB port on
the back of the NVR.
3Plug one end of the included Ethernet cable
into the LAN port on the back of the NVR.
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Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable
into a port on the back of your router or
modem.
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PWR
HDD
STOP: BEFORE installing, test each camera
locally to confirm they function properly.
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Connecting Your System
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Plug the NVR power adapter into a surge
protector or Uninterruptible Power
Supply (UPS).
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Input the other end of the PoE cable
into an open PoE port on the back of
the NVR.
Insert one end of the PoE cable into
the cable covers as shown in the image
above. Connect the covered end of the
PoE cable to the cameras’ power cable.
Connect the NVR power adapter to the
Power Input on the rear of the NVR.
You’re now ready to mount the cameras. The cameras should be placed at least 7ft above
the ground and angled slightly downward. Use the included Hex Key to adjust the camera
angle . Turn the Hex Key counter-clockwise to loosen and clockwise to tighten.
Lefty loosey, righty tighty!
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NOTE: Make sure PoE cable is securely
connected.
NOTE: Some systems will beep upon
booting up.
Surge
Protector not
included
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WATERPROOF CABLE COVERSPoE CABLE
PoE CABLE WITH COVERS
COMPLETION
CAMERA CABLE
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Booting Up for the First Time
On the ‘Password Creation’ screen, please note the following:
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Write your
password here:
Admin Account Creation
By default, the username will be ‘admin’. It must remain
‘admin’ upon your initial account configuration. However, you
may add additional users at a later time.
Recovery Email Address
Please ensure you provide a valid email address in case you
ever forget your account information.
Remember Your Password
Night Owl strongly recommends writing down your password
within the Quick Setup Guide. You will need it every time you
log into your NVR and to remotely view on a Smart Device.
Important… Please Read
Startup Wizard
1When you power on the NVR
you will be prompted with the
following screen. Please follow
the instructions to complete the
Startup Wizard.
NOTE: Password can be any alphanumeric combination between
6 and 20 characters.
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When you reach the ‘Camera/Channel Settings’ screen, you will want to have
installed the cameras in their final position. Please make sure you have
mounted cameras at least 7ft. above the ground and angled slightly downward.
At this stage of the Startup Wizard, you will be instructed on adjusting the
camera sensitivity and setting the Motion Detection Area. Having your
cameras in their final position will be key.
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NOTE: For additional configuration of your NVR, please refer to the owner’s manual located on our
support page at www.NightOwlSP.com.
This is the last screen you will
see when you have successfully
completed the Startup Wizard.
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Booting Up for the First Time
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Using Night Owl HD
Download Night Owl HD from the App Store or
Google Play Store and install the application
on your device.
NOTE: Setup is the same for phone and tablet.
Download and Install Application
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To add a device, go to the Main Menu and select
Device Manager.
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Disclaimer: The images of the Night Owl HD App are taken from the Android™
version of the application. If you are using a iOS®device, the interface may vary
slightly; however, the setup will be the same.
3Select the Add tab in the top right corner of your
screen to add your NVR.
4Select the blue Scan button to utilize Owl Scan.
NOTE: You may also elect to manually enter the
P2P ID which can be located within the System
Menu of your NVR. Navigate to Right Click
Menu > Main Menu > System > Info > P2P ID.
NOTE: Your NVR password should be stored on
page 4 of this QSG.
Using your phone’s built-in camera, hover the lens
over the QR code on the top of the NVR and wait
for it to successfully scan.
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Enter the password of your NVR and then select Save.
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Using Night Owl HD
Live View: Displays real-time footage of your system.
Remote Playback: View recordings and images and save them
to your phone’s album.
Saved Video: View video saved to your Night Owl HD App.
Saved Images: View images saved to your Night Owl HD App.
Device Manager: Add a new NVR and manage your devices.
Notifications: Manage custom push notifications.
Help: For additional resources regarding the Night Owl HD App.
Device: To navigate to another added NVR.
View: Change the channel view.
Local: Record a video and save directly to the application.
Snap: Take a snapshot image and save directly to the
application.
Stream: Switch between Mainstream and Substream.
Audio: Control audio for audio enabled camera or microphone.
PTZ: Control a PTZ camera.
Stop Single: Stop a single channel from steaming live view.
Stop All: Stop all channels from streaming live view.
NOTE: Menu order may vary between iOS®and Android™.
Definition of User Icons
Application Overview

Access your NVR from any computer, anywhere!
Main View
Viewing live video,
controlling PTZ
functionality and setting
image parameters.
Remote Playback
View system recordings
and images and save
them directly to your PC
or Mac®.
Group Device Management
Add and configure available NVRs
and cameras on your network.
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Night Owl HD CMS Software
The Night Owl HD Control Management Software (CMS) allows you to view your
Night Owl Security system remotely from a PC or Mac®. Additionally, you can
playback recorded video, save video and images directly to your PC or Mac®,
configure numerous settings such as channel names and set record preferences.
To download the CMS Software:
Go to www.NightOwlSP.com
Click on the Support tab.
In the Search bar, type “HD CMS”.
Download the Night Owl HD CMS Software.
Once downloaded, select PC or Mac®.
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Using Night Owl HD CMS Software

For system manuals, troubleshooting
guides, FAQs, video tutorials and more:
Please refer to the sticker
located on top of the NVR for
steps on how to access your
product’s support material.
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Night Owl Support
Need Help?
Scan now for remote
viewing on your
Smart Device!
1. Please visit www.NightOwlSP.com
2. Click Support on the top of the homepage.
3. Type
WXY in the top right search bar.
NEED SUPPORT?